Kuala lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim held a four-eyed meeting with his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, at the Seri Perdana Complex. Modi arrived at Seri Perdana at 9.35 am, where he was received by Anwar and greeted with a cultural performance to honor his visit.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Modi's visit marks a significant diplomatic engagement, occurring over two days at Anwar's invitation. Following their private discussions, the two leaders participated in a broader delegation meeting. Notable attendees included Transport Minister Anthony Loke, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo, and Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. The Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan, who was the minister in attendance, and Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, were also present.
The meetings concentrated on enhancing the Malaysia-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Key topics included cooperation in trade and investment, defense and security, labor, tourism, connectivity, agriculture, education, and addressing regional and international issues. Both nations are set to exchange several memoranda of understanding (MoUs) as a reflection of their commitment to deepen cooperation in these areas.
The anticipated MoUs cover a range of subjects such as anti-corruption efforts, standards for training and certification of seafarers, and disaster management. Additional agreements include an audio-visual production agreement, a Memorandum of Collaboration in labor fields, exchanges of notes on semiconductors, healthcare, national security, and TVET, as well as cooperation in United Nations peacekeeping and the International Big Cats Alliance (IBCA) Framework Agreement.
After the MoU exchange, Anwar and Modi are expected to hold a joint press conference to affirm their dedication to strengthening bilateral ties and fostering collaboration for mutual benefit. This visit marks Modi's third to Malaysia and the first since the elevation of Malaysia-India relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in August 2024.